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Description

Diverticulitis is a condition in which small pouches, called diverticula, form in the lining of the large intestine. These pouches can become inflamed or infected, leading to a condition known as diverticulitis. Symptoms of diverticulitis include abdominal pain, fever, nausea, vomiting, and constipation. Treatment for diverticulitis typically involves antibiotics, a liquid diet, and rest. In some cases, surgery may be necessary to remove the affected area of the intestine.

Synonyms

• large intestine diverticulitis

Basic Lab Tests (measurements)

• serum
  •      alpha-1-acid glycoprotein
  •      iron
  •      carcinoembryonic antigen
  •      iron binding capacity
• urine
  •      erythrocytes
  •      hemoglobin
• whole blood
  •      mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration
  •      granulocytes
  •      neutrophils
  •      mean corpuscular hemoglobin
  •      leukocytes
  •      erythrocyte sedimentation rate

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